Litigation Attorney - Florida Staff Counsel

Overview

This role involves handling First Party Property litigation for policyholders, reporting to a senior manager in litigation. The position offers a salary range of $99,000 to $167,000, with compensation varying based on job level and geographic location. Relocation support is available for eligible candidates.

Responsibilities

• Manage First Party Property litigation cases involving the organization and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and professional responsibility codes.
• Handle complex First Party Property files with higher dollar exposure, requiring less oversight, and communicate file status and progress to clients.
• Analyze litigation files and assess risk to the organization; evaluate cases and pursue settlement when appropriate.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents to advance litigation at trial or appellate levels; conduct necessary legal research.
• Advocate client positions in various forums including state and federal courts, alternative dispute resolution, administrative tribunals, and regulatory hearings.
• Negotiate effectively to resolve issues.
• Stay current on state statutes and court decisions, analyzing their impact on policy provisions.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions and support on First Party Property cases.
• Experience preparing civil pleadings, motions, discovery, and deposing witnesses in First Party Property litigation.
• Solid litigation experience specifically in First Party Property cases.
• Strong knowledge of rules of Professional Responsibility applicable to the practicing jurisdiction.
• Solid understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law related to First Party Property cases.
• Juris Doctorate degree.
• Admission to the Florida state bar.

Travel

• Up to 50% travel required.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily involves sitting and standing.

Additional Information

• New employees participate in an orientation program, typically held in person at the Madison, WI headquarters or core locations, with virtual options depending on scheduling.
• Employment offers are contingent on background checks and signing a non-disclosure agreement covering proprietary information.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position unless specified.

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Competitive 401(k) contributions and pension plan.
• Annual incentive program.
• Nine paid holidays and 23 days of paid time off annually for full-time employees.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Paid family leave.

Note: Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered in accordance with applicable laws.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees to participate in the application process, perform essential job functions, and receive benefits. Requests for accommodations should be directed to the appropriate human resources contact.